SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary role starting as soon as possible
This school provides a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment where pupils benefit from consistent routines and strong pastoral support. Staff work collaboratively to help pupils regulate their emotions, engage positively with learning, and build confidence. Leaders promote a culture where pupils feel safe, understood, and well supported in both their academic and personal development.Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Provide full‑time support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement
• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviours
• Assist with lesson tasks and reinforce key learning activities
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams
• Follow individual learning plans and behaviour support approaches
• Uphold safeguarding standards and prioritise pupil welfare

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Strong experience supporting SEMH pupils
• Confident managing dysregulated or emotionally vulnerable pupils
• Patient, calm, and resilient in challenging situations
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Able to adapt support strategies to varied pupil needs
• Proactive, reliable, and consistent in approach
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being

Stand Out with Step Teachers
At Step Teachers, we’re proud to be the only education recruitment agency in Norfolk offering Step On training, part of the County’s respected Norfolk Steps behaviour management programme to all teachers and support staff who register with us. What is Step On?
Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive. Why Step Teachers?We don’t just help you find work; we invest in your professional development. Through our partnership with Norfolk Steps, we equip teachers and support staff with skills recognised across Norfolk’s schools, helping you make a meaningful impact from day one.
Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, a proud REC member, and REC Audited in Education - meeting the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance. All candidates undergo thorough checks aligned with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including references and Enhanced DBS verification via the Update Service or new application.Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self‑employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well‑being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal

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